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Slow Cooker Smothered Steak

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Slow Cooker Smothered Steak Recipe

Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Smothered Steak, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 pounds Sirloin Steak Substitute with chuck eye or beef tips if sirloin isn't available.
  • 2 tablespoons Steak Seasoning Choose your favorites!
For the Gravy
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked Paprika Can be replaced with regular paprika.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Use fresh onions for a fresher taste if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped with olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour Cornstarch can be used as a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Swap with honey or maple syrup if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 envelope Brown Gravy Mix Homemade gravy can replace this.
  • 2 cups Water Consider using beef broth for richer flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 large Onion Chopped yellow or white onions work well.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Substitute with red, yellow, or orange bell peppers.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder works if fresh isn't available.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season the sirloin steaks generously with smoked paprika, onion powder, and your favorite steak seasoning.
  2. Sear the steaks in a medium skillet over medium-high heat with butter for about 2 minutes on each side.
  3. Sauté the onions, green peppers, and garlic in the same skillet until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Mix in the flour to the sautéed vegetables and stir for about 1 minute.
  5. Transfer the seared steaks to the slow cooker. Add the sautéed veggies, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and water.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours until the steak is tender.
  7. Whisk in a second envelope of brown gravy mix once cooked, stirring until smooth and creamy.
  8. Serve the smothered steak over a bed of fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor.

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